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WORK EXPERIENCE COMPONENT: PRE-APPRENTICESHIP Description of the component. Provide a summary of the activities and services. This component is provided by Apprenticeship TN, a statewide initiative developed to create a greater awareness of apprenticeship opportunities for employers and workers in every area of Tennessee. The Tennessee pre-apprenticeship program is designed to assist individuals who do not currently possess the minimum (academic or skills) requirements for selection into an apprenticeship program to meet the minimum selection criteria established in a program sponsor’s apprenticeship standards required and which maintains at least one documented partnership with a Registered Apprenticeship program. It provides participants with: - Training and curriculum that align with the skill needs of employers in the economy of the State or region involved; - Access to educational and career counseling and other supportive services, directly or indirectly; - Hands-on, meaningful learning activities that are connected to education and training activities, such as exploring career options, and understanding how the skills acquired through the coursework can be applied toward a future career; - Opportunities to attain at least one industry-recognized credential; and - Assistance securing placement in a registered apprenticeship program (for individuals who complete the pre- apprenticeship program). Timeframe for pre-apprenticeship varies based on career path and/or field selected. Interested individuals that meet the criteria for participation will be referred to Apprenticeship TN. SNAP E&T will support up to $1,000 in tuition and required costs that is not funded by another source. If needed, a referral to TDHS for child care assistance is provided but no E&T funds are used. The list of TN’s registered apprenticeships can be found at https://www.tn.gov/content/tn/apprenticeshiptn/find-a-program.html. Is this component subsidized by SNAP E&T? Subsidized Unsubsidized Both subsidized and unsubsidized 1/29/26, 10:22 AM State Plan TN FY26 - Original Submission https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-tnfy26stateplan//index.html 64/108